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Alpha Daniel Rescues Eliza

Penulis: Daphne
(Eliza's POV)

Just as I was about to give up, the person on the boat suddenly spoke.

"Come up."

Relief flooded through me as I quickly climbed aboard. The boat was small with a covered section that offered shelter from prying eyes.

I collapsed into the space, grateful beyond words for this chance at survival. My sodden clothes clung to my skin, and my entire body shook from cold and exhaustion.

Suddenly, the light of torches appeared along the shore. William's men were approaching the docks, systematically searching every vessel.

I shrank back, pressing myself against the hull. Terror clutched at my throat as the footsteps drew nearer.

Without warning, I felt the cool tip of a dagger tap beneath the stern, signaling me to hide. I quickly squeezed into a narrow compartment under the stern.

"Hey! You there!" A voice called out to the boat's owner. "Have you seen a young woman? Soaking wet, possibly injured?"

I held my breath, my heart hammering so loudly I was certain they must
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